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USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Earns National Honor for San José State Performance

USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Earns National Honor for San José State Performance

USC Trojans star quarterback Jayden Maiava received his first of potentially many honors of the 2026 college football season. Maiava was named the Associated Press National Player of the Week on Wednesday for his performance in the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 3
USC Trojans Parent Defends National Backlash on Coliseum Attendance

USC Trojans Parent Defends National Backlash on Coliseum Attendance

It’s hard to shake off the reality of No. 14 USC’s Saturday home crowd in the season-opening win against San José State. A 51,114 attendance was reported by the school, but the truth was worse as plenty of seats in the Coliseum were noticeably empty.

Kameryn Crawford News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2
Defensive End Kameryn Crawford Doesn't Hold Back on USC Pass Rush

Defensive End Kameryn Crawford Doesn't Hold Back on USC Pass Rush

After practice on Sept. 2, junior defensive end Kameryn Crawford opened up about how the No. 14 USC Trojans' pass rush will bounce back in Week 1 against the Fresno State Bulldogs, playing alongside freshman Luke Wafle and the growth of the defense under Gary Patterson.

Waymond Jordan News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2
USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Gets Candid on First Game Back From Injury

USC Running Back Waymond Jordan Gets Candid on First Game Back From Injury

The No. 14 USC Trojans kicked off the 2026 season with a 42-26 win over San José State in Week 0. Senior running back Waymond Jordan was a bright spot in the win as he is returning from a season-ending injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2
Four-Star USC Target Malachi Lee Delivers Recruiting Update

Four-Star USC Target Malachi Lee Delivers Recruiting Update

The No. 14 USC Trojans have re-strengthened their wide receiver recruiting pool in the past two recruiting cycles. In 2026, the Trojans brought in six receivers, four four-stars and two three-stars.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / September 2
Elijah Paige Doesn’t Hold Back on USC Offensive Line’s Week 0 Performance

Elijah Paige Doesn’t Hold Back on USC Offensive Line’s Week 0 Performance

No. 14 USC Trojans' redshirt-junior Elijah Paige met with the media ahead of a Week 1 matchup vs. the Fresno State Bulldogs. Paige spoke on the offensive line’s performance in Week 0, the recovery process on a short week, Jayden Maiava’s leadership in the huddle and the fan turnout following practice on Sept.

Lincoln Riley News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Lincoln Riley Fires Back at USC ‘False Narrative’ After Viral Attendance Images

Lincoln Riley Fires Back at USC ‘False Narrative’ After Viral Attendance Images

USC opened its 2026 college football season with a 42-26 victory over San Jose State. Still, the result was quickly overshadowed by viral images showing large sections of empty seats at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

College Football News / Viral Sports News / September 2
Kirk Herbstreit Issues Brutal Callout of USC Trojans Fans

Kirk Herbstreit Issues Brutal Callout of USC Trojans Fans

ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit spent part of his latest podcast taking USC football fans to task after a thin crowd showed up for the Trojans’ home opener.

Lincoln Riley News / Yardbarker / September 1
Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

Lincoln Riley defends USC as poor fan attendance becomes a topic

He's not taking it lying down, and in fact, he likes the spotlight on his team.

Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0
USC calls for 'increased attendance' after thin crowd for opener
USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Luke Wafle News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1
One USC Trojans Freshman Catches the Attention of College Football in His Debut

One USC Trojans Freshman Catches the Attention of College Football in His Debut

The rest of college football learned in week 0 what those around USC alreay knew, defensive end Luke Wafle is no ordinary freshman. At 6-foot-6 and 265 pounds, Wafle looks like a third Bosa brother. He arrived in January with a college ready physique and a mature mindset.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / September 1
Everything Lincoln Riley Said Before USC Trojans Face Fresno State

Everything Lincoln Riley Said Before USC Trojans Face Fresno State

No. 14 USC Trojans coach appeared on Trojans Live on Monday during the program's short week before facing Fresno State on Friday. USC started the season 1-0 with a win against San José State, and Riley offered his initial impressions on the win.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 31
USC Trojans Showcase Depth at Crucial Position in Season Opener

USC Trojans Showcase Depth at Crucial Position in Season Opener

USC running back Waymond Jordan made his long anticipated return in a week 0 win over San Josè State this past weekend.  Jordan suffered an ankle injury last October that ended a promising first year with the Trojans.

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / August 31
USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job

Lincoln Riley has kicked off his fifth season as the head coach of the USC Trojans football program. 

USC calls for 'increased attendance' after thin crowd for opener
Mike Norvell’s Florida State future could be in serious jeopardy
Why Brian Kelly, Dan Mullen could be great fits at their old schools
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises
The 'College football color teams' quiz
USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / August 31
Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit rips USC fans for poor attendance in Week 0

Kirk Herbstreit doesn't want to hear about Week 0. He doesn't want to hear about the heat.

USC's Lincoln Riley could be coaching for his job
Mike Norvell’s Florida State future could be in serious jeopardy
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz
Jayden Maiava News / NBC Sports / August 31
Jake Olson News / College Sports Only / August 31
Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Blind Ex-USC Long Snapper Jokes About Attendance

Even former USC long snapper Jake Olson – the first blind player to play in a D1 football game – had jokes about the Trojans’ woeful attendance for Week 0.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 31
USC Athletics Reacts To Sparse Coliseum Crowd in Season Opener

USC Athletics Reacts To Sparse Coliseum Crowd in Season Opener

Saturday’s No. 14 USC Trojans season opening 42-26 win against San José State brought plenty to talk about. USC’s freshmen showcased their talents, Gary Patterson’s starting defense got to shine, backups got playing time, among many other things.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 30
USC Athletics Acknowledge Season-Opening Attendance Concerns

USC Athletics Acknowledge Season-Opening Attendance Concerns

Saturday’s No. 14 USC Trojans season opening 42-26 win against San José State brought plenty to talk about. USC’s freshmen showcased their talents, Gary Patterson’s starting defense got to shine, backups got playing time, among many other things.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 30

USC Trojans' Receiver Depth Faces Immediate Test in Season Opener

USC’s wide receiver depth was tested immediately, and the Trojans delivered. The No. 14 USC Trojans are starting their highly anticipated 2026 season on the right foot.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 30
USC True Freshman Earns MVP in Opening Win vs. San José State

USC True Freshman Earns MVP in Opening Win vs. San José State

From the moment USC receiver Trent Mosley arrived on campus, veterans and coaches have not stopped raving about the four-star recruit from Trinity League power Santa Margarita (Calif.).

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 30
Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Many stars shined in Week 0 of the college football season on Saturday. Yardbarker kept track of several.  Each week of the season, we'll spotlight some of these top performers, some of whom may eventually be playing on Sundays.

North Carolina puts rocky offseason behind them with win over TCU
Trojans HC Lincoln Riley makes telling admission about new USC DC
USC gets roasted for its attendance at season opening game
Virginia no longer a sleeper after statement win over NC State
CFB Week 0 winners, losers: How Bill Belichick got his groove back
Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend
King Miller News / Athlon Sports / August 30
King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

King Miller Sends Message After Leading USC's Backfield Committee in Week 0

The USC Trojans opened the 2026 college football season expecting running backs King Miller and Waymond Jordan to form one of the deepest backfield tandems head coach Lincoln Riley has coached.

College Football News / LAFB Network / August 28
USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

We finally made it to the first game of the season as the USC Trojans host the San Jose State Spartans on Saturday at 12 PM PT. The game is set to be a massive recruiting opportunity for the Trojans; a ton of current commits and future prospects will be on campus.

College Football News / LAFB Network / September 2
USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

USC Trojans Game Day Recruiting Visitor List Vs San Jose State

We finally made it to the first game of the season as the USC Trojans host the San Jose State Spartans on Saturday at 12 PM PT. The game is set to be a massive recruiting opportunity for the Trojans; a ton of current commits and future prospects will be on campus.

USC Trojans News / LAFB Network / August 22
Tracking The USC Trojans 2027 Commits After First Week Of High School Play

Tracking The USC Trojans 2027 Commits After First Week Of High School Play

Week 1 high school football stats & highlights for the USC Trojans’ recruiting class The 2027 USC recruiting class is small but loaded. Fourteen commits.

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